Not only was this Alan Rickman's American film debut, it was his first film, period. And Hans Gruber became one of the greatest film villains ever. Most of that, if not all of that, is thanks to him. He's the best thing about this film, I think.
He is the best thing in the movie, but he's far from the only great thing. Whole thing is fantastic and Bruce is very much on fire too, for an actor that wasn't seen as a possible action star. Die Hard is a next level movie. Easily best in the series. Die Hard 2 is a pretty good Die Hard movie. Die Hard 3 is a very good Die Hard movie. The rest vary between not great and trash.
Fun fact: The scene when Alan Rickman gets dropped out of the window, they had him up above an air bag, and they said "we'll count to three and drop you," but they dropped him on "2" so that look of surprise on his face is genuine. Watching this movie every year is my Christmas tradition. Glad you guys enjoyed it.
My favourite Die Hard fact is that they had to offer the main role to Frank Sinatra first, he turned it down as he to old. Bruce was like the 15th choice actor
There’s more. When he fell, noticed he stayed in character and never looked down. The director said when he was falling, hanging 70 ft over an airmat, he never looked at where he was going to land. Even veteran stuntman always want to look at where they are going to land. Always. And Rickman never did. Amazing
@@paulshaw9953 Die Hard was based on a book called "Nothing Lasts Forever" by Roderick Throp, which was a sequel to the novel, "The Detective", which was made in a movie featuring Sinatra.
Congrats, you just watched one of the best action films ever made! Nobody thought Bruce Willis could do this, coming straight from the Rom Com TV show Moonlighting, but this cemented him as one of Hollywood's number one action heroes.
From what I understand, first posters of the movie with Bruce Willis had people laughing and dismissive. They started with posters of just the building. Once word got around that it was a good movie, the put Bruce back on the posters. He knocked it out of the park. Amazing movie.
That was hilarious,Cassie and her sister are so sweet and softhearted and then the sister comes out with that line "Well you're off duty,shoot him".That caught me completely unawares....You just gotta loves these Ladies.
Just re-watched this reaction and could not stop laughing when Cassie says "This is not a Christmas Movie, somebody just shot Santa" 🤣 You girls are the best
Takes place at Christmas, is filled with Christmas music, Christmas is vital to the plot and it's a story about an estranged couple finding the true meaning of love and coming back together is a Christmas message. Plus her name is Holly. Absolutely a Christmas movie.
Bruce Willis' 1st leading role in a movie. Alan Rickman's 1st American movie. The actor who played Al the police officer got a big break here and ended up with his own sitcom where he plays a cop and father ("Family Matters"). It's the show where the black nerd character Steve Urkle gained popularity ("Did I do that?!").
Fun fact: the scene where Hans falls at the ending, was Alan's true, genuine reaction. That scene was the last scene they shot and the stunt team told Allan they would release him on 5, but the Director informed them to release him on 3 instead. The look of fear and shock on Alan's face is real. Alan was upset afterwards, but that shot is gold.
Yep, they made him do it again, so they'd have "coverage" in case the first shot failed, but the first take is the one we see. They had a motor mounted on the focus ring so they could push focus quickly enough. The completed shot shows everything they got that was in focus.
The stunt team, as you call them, doesn't drop actors as a rule. For one thing stunts are what THEY do for a living because, generally, the insurance company won't allow actors to do stunts. That's why they have stunt people. A very few actors do some of their own stunts, but they don't involve things like falling 50 stories and that wasn't even a stunt person anyway. Bottom line: the production insurance company would never have allowed Rickman to do something that. The insurance on even a stunt person to fall that distance would be astronomical simply because it cannot be done safely, even for stunt people. I can promise you, they did not drop Alan Rickman off of that building in any way shape or form. The look on his face is called acting. Do some more research on your "Fun Facts." That one is not true!
Die Hard - A story about an estranged couple that rediscovers their love for each other as they overcome a stressful situation together at Christmas time! That synopsis would work for practically every Hallmark Christmas movie ever made! My boys and I watch it together every Christmas! It is THE Christmas movie at out house….
So it’s December 23rd. The boys are home for Christmas and we just finished watching “Die Hard” for perhaps the 10th year in a row! Including singing “Let it Snow” and humming the Beethoven 9th at the end! Merry Christmas to all, and to all, a good night!
It's not that people don't like Die Hard. The reason people say Die Hard isn't a Christmas movie is because they don't want it to be given the violent action and coarse language. It is though, the entire plot is about a Christmas Party on Christmas Eve. I always save Die Hard for last cause it's the ultimate Christmas movie!
Bruce Willis was at his Absolute best in the movie: charm, the one liners, the humour, the snark and you really felt for his struggle. McLane was such an outgoing character. He was flawed but you loved him for it. I remember when it came out, he was a breath of fresh air in a World of invincible heroes.
This movie came out when Stallone and Arnold were trying to outmuscle each-other, literally, with every movie. It was so different to have a "normal" guy be the hero and not have a single scene where he's carrying a machine gun that is supposed to be mounted on a vehicle, in his hands.
McCane He’s also just such an unstoppable force but like in a determined way to ‘get shit done’ he is the man that will know what to do and not even hesitate to make plans or delegate he just goes at it A real hero but mainly because he is just That guy
A lot of the movie and character references they made were to old Western movies from the 50s through the 70s. Actors like John Wayne, Gary Cooper, and Roy Rogers defined the genre of the tough as nails, take-action cowboys of the late 1800s and turn of the century. A lot of kids who grew up in that time period were heavily influenced since that's the TV they had to watch growing up. So, Hans and John making references to those characters makes perfect sense given their generation. If you're ever in the mood for a throw (WAY) back movie, you could certainly get some enjoyment from watching such films as "The Sons of Katie Elder", "Chisum", "Big Jake", "High Noon", "Man of the West", or "True Grit".
Excellent list, many of my favorites westerns. I'd add the John Wayne films "Rio Bravo", "McLintock", "The Searchers", and "The Quiet Man" to that list as well.
Really? Where's the mention of the Nativity of Jesus? Where's the mention of the Three Kings of Orientar making their pilgrimage to honor the New Born King? Where is the mention of the Blessed Mother being visited by the Archangel in the so-called themes? That's what Christmas is about, have you forgotten?
At the time, Bruce Willis was known for his role on Moonlighting, a light romantic comedy/private detective TV show. He came out of nowhere to be a star on TV and it was still somewhat unusual for a TV star to make the leap to leading roles in movies. He definitely wasn't thought of as an action star. Die Hard was huge that year and propelled him into leading man status.
And this was also Alan Rickman's first "real" movie - he had been on a few TV series and an hour-long TV movie 'Busted' a few years prior, but on the grand scheme of things nothing particularly noteworthy.
I love how the friendship between John and Al develops. They don't even need to see each other, it just builds over their conversations on the walkie-talkie's.
Hi, more like " handy-talkies ". somewhere through time the T.V. people and Movie people misconstrued the names of handy-talkies and walkie-talkies. Walkies-talkies are mounted in a dedicated pack with a telephone handset to hear with and speak into. Handy talkies are sling mounted and handheld when used. The whole unit is held to the ear and has a mouthpiece microphone to speak into. I lived years and was unaware of the switch in names.
@@miou-miou- Hi miou-miou, modern day cell phones resemble the ' Handie-talkies " of old. Cell phones do not resemble the backpack mounted " Walkie-Talkies " radios of olden times.
What makes this channel so great is the sister's authentic reactions. They are unapologetically (even gleefully), ignorant of the stars and movies they are watching! This makes their reactions heartfelt and honest! Making the rest of us big fans of Cassie and Carly!
The guy who did the 'karate chop' was, actually, Alexander Godunov, a ballet dancer who defected from the Soviet Union in 1979. He was in a couple other movies, too.
Prior to Die Hard, Bruce Willis was best-known for a TV show called Moonlighting where he played a private detective with Cybill Shephard and the same kind hard-boiled snark he displayed in the this movie. Die Hard really made his career.
Yep...I'm old enough to have watched that on network as broadcast, lol. He's had a fantastic career...and seeing him now, with his health issues is heartbreaking.
Bruce Willis was also in a comedy movie that came out about a year before Die Hard , called Blind Date with Kim Basinger and Phil Hartman playing his brother . I remember seeing it in the theater . But , I guess it wasn't a huge box office success like Die Hard , because people don't seem to remember it was one of his movies , and people often say that Die Hard is what started his movie career .
Definitely, and I think it probably blows people's minds to learn that he's also dipped into music and has put out a few albums (it certainly blew mine). In fact, his first was recorded in 1986 and released a year before Die Hard was released.
@@chasetoy1087 Yeah but as I recall...at the time, his "music career" was sort-of mocked at the time...and material for late-night monologues from Letterman and Carson and such. Those of us who were fans of his kinda' overlooked that aspect of him. The whole Planet Hollywood endeavors too. Sorry to say it...but that's just the way it was.
@@TLL1969 Oh, don't get me wrong. I wasn't saying it in support of his music, I was simply stating a fact. I couldn't care less about his time with music.
9:06 "I thought they were gonna sneak past him." Some villains sneak to avoid alerting guards; some people kill reluctantly when they get caught... These guys walk in, telling a funny story, execute strangers without blinking, and then tell the punchline. That's everything you need to know about the bad guys in two seconds. It's actually very good writing.
The writing is SUPERB the more I watch it the more I see how planned out it is Ppl would say die hard is a mindless violent action movie but it’s that but it’s also very well made from the great shots like the lorry going down the ramp and the car not ..I love that shot
This was the movie my Mom and Dad and I would watch together every Christmas Eve, after we opened our presents. It was our holiday tradition, so yes, this IS a Christmas movie, at least to me and mine. Merry Christmas to both of you, ladies!
There are 2 kinds of people in the world... those that know Die Hard is a Christmas movie and those who are wrong 😄 We used to watch it every Christmas as well. My dad and I were adamant that it was a Christmas movie while my mom was ... well... wrong.
this is a christmas movie just as much as a christmas story in a christmas story the entire movie is about a kid that wants a gun and he ends up killing with it.so same thing in my eyes🤠
This, Gremlins, and Scrooged were the Christmas Eve/Day trilogy for my family for years. Its not Christmas until I here the line "Happy Trails Hans" and listen to Phoebe Cates talk about her dad being stuck in a chimney. And Christmas isn't over until I her Bill Murray deliver the manic Christmas speech. Put a little love in your heart.
Next to Darth Vader, Hans Gruber (Alan Rickman) was my favorite villain. I loved him in Galaxy Quest, especially. The tributes he gets from his fellow actors in that movie are very touching. RIP ....., Hans.
@@HockeyNationHD Then explain to me how there is a scene in a comic book where Spider-Man is literally sitting on a rooftop talking to himself aloud about how he should be happy, he has no real problems at the moment but he feels off and the proof is "why attack this innocent little chimney" (and then Peter Parker goes to propose marriage to Mary Jane Watson). And explain to me how one or two comic writers have said that Spider-Man was different from Batman or Captain America (who explain things to their teen sidekick) in that Spidey was his own teen sidekick, he'd talk to himself.
@@HockeyNationHD Jack Skellington doesn't talk to himself like McClane and Spider-Man do, constantly either berating themselves or making light of their situation or both.
It’s in sooooo many films, comics and books hardly a Spider-Man thing, easy example, lethal weapon, ‘I’m too old for this shit’. I mean the fact you think books haven’t done this before is quite incredible.
A lot of subtle touches in this one, especially with setup & payoff. Like the "foot" conversation leading to John having bare feet, or the Rolex coming back at the critical moment at the end. Some really smart writing.
One of my favorite Christmas movies of all time. John had the Christmas spirit. Caring about others. At the end of the day, it was about a family getting back together for the holidays. Very Christmassy. So much fun.
Carly is so freaking smart. She's always noticing things I don't until a rewatch but she catches them right away.. but I almost died laughing when she suggested shooting at that woman's window to get her attention but hoping she didn't get shot! I laughed so much at that. You guys are both so funny and great to enjoy these flicks with!
Shooting at that woman's window actually wouldn't have been a bad idea for getting a fairly quick police response. However, there's also the distinct possibility that he'd have killed her.
I know sadly it never won any poll but you would love The Usual Suspects, such a brilliant, clever film. I hope you and your family have a great Christmas Cassie, all best wishes from England.
"There are two types of people in this world; those who think Die Hard is a Christmas movie, and those who are wrong" -Sun Tzu Also, this movie totally has Christmas Spirit! The whole movie is about the importance of family coming together for Christmas! Plus, If Die Hard isn't a Christmas movie, neither is Home Alone :/
@@recordrob3887 'Miracle on 34th Street' June 11, 1947 looks like not a Christmas movie either since it was released in June 'The Polar Express' October 13, 2004 'White Christmas' October 14, 1954 I guess those are Halloween movies 'Elf' November 7, 2003 'Home Alone' November 10, 1990 both are almost two months before Christmas so not Christmas movies or maybe the release date doesn't matter but the movie content...
@@recordrob3887 The release date of a film has ZERO bearing on the content or themes of that film. It's about what happens in the movie. Gremlins was released in June. It is 100% a blatant xmas movie. Release date is meaningless.
It’s a Christmas movie, girls🥰 It’s a family tradition for us to watch Die Hard on Christmas Eve. I love Carly, she’s so sweet and sensitive to violence and bloodshed. Love the chemistry between you two. Another one of my favorites. And another entertaining reaction. Definitely have to see this again.
Seeing how absolutely happy you two were after watching this just adds more proof that this is a great Christmas movie! After all, It's a Wonderful Life isn't all a happy feel-good movie. It shows the dark side of life and gives you the Christmas feel at the end, just like Die Hard. Glad you both enjoyed it!
"Shoot her window so she can call 911" Both your reactions to that were priceless. Also, fun fact: When Alan was hanging by the window, they were normally supposed to count three before letting him go. Instead, they let go early so Alan can have a bit more legit reaction. He wasn't probably thrilled about it.
This movie holds a special place in my heart. It was the first movie my wife and I saw on our first "date". We were in college so we watched in my dorm room (poor college students). She jumped a couple of times into my arms, so it was all good. 😎
@@andrewjones575 Take them to your favorite non-expensive restaurant(s). The ones who come back for a second date will be the only ones worth your time anyway.
@@bigdream_dreambig I wish I had that option. They make it clear that I have to take them to an expensive restaurant or they want nothing to do with me.
I’m here cause Bruce Willis just announced retirement from acting cause of a disease that affects speech. Thank you Bruce for all that you have done for us over the years
You ladies had me laughing so hard with your commentary during this reaction. So many funny lines from the two of you. And the double bubble of your heads when you jumped in perfect unison! Your editor is killing it with your title page for your channel, the explosion in your channel name was perfect!
Nancy, the Editor is Mike from the UK - and he is doing a darned good job lately. He was on Cassie's livestream recently (Just in the chat) and everyone showered his with lots of love and appreciation.
Alan Rickman spent his twenties in an office job (graphic designer), gave it up to pursue acting around my age (30), then spent a whole decade grinding in theatre and (relatively) small television parts before finally getting his big break as Hans Gruber, at the age of 42. It gives me hope that it's not over for me yet either!
at the time when Rickman left the Advertising world he ros to the level of creative director. They asked in a interview why you would give up the security of advertising for the uncertainity of acting. He told them advertising people never get paid and they have to always have to keep doing client favors. He was tried of it.
I know that this is a year old but I was just watching it for shits and giggles and this line from Cassie made me laugh my ass off: "This is not a Christmas Movie, they just shot Santa!" Its time for Popcorn in Bed to make some T-Shirts!
@@Cheepchipsable Luc Besson movies tend to be. 'The Fifth Element' definitly is. So is: -Le Grand Bleu -Nikita -Léon: The Professional All great recommendations for Cassie to watch.
This movie set the bar for many action films that came after it. Passenger 57 was billed as "Die Hard on a plane." Under Siege was billed as "Die Hard on a boat." It was fun to watch you two discover a movie I've loved for over 30 years. I watch it every Christmas.
"At least he knows it." I'm willing to bet the amount of men that have had that exact same conversation with themselves might surprise you. The moment of introspection after being an ass hits hard for us, and its mostly always after making an ass of ourselves to someone we like 😅
There was Christmas spirit in this movie! Multiple redemption arcs, families reuniting, bad guys getting whacked (classic Christmas stuff) :D And, unlike a lot of boring "traditional" Christmas movies, this is one you will be happy to rewatch year after year!
Once again this young lady nailed it. She recognized that a good hero is nothing without a good villain. Also, When she "called" Holly punching the reporter right before it happened, I knew this reactor was someone special. If I could watch one picture with her, it would be Jean Cocteau's Beauty and the Beast (1946).
What makes John McClane such a beloved character is the fact that he is not a superhero. He's the reluctant hero. --------- The everyday ordinary man who would rather be doing anything else than be stuck in the situations he gets stuck in.
What is lost on most viewers today, especially those who know that there was a whole series of sequels to it, was the fact that at the time audiences really believed that Bruce Willis' character, who seemed so vulnerable and ordinary, could actually die. This only heightened the films suspense.
@@StickFigureStudios For sure, we thought Willis would die. He has no super Powers, no gadgets like James Bond. No help from the inside or outside. The film is next level. NOw we just have to convince them that this is a Christmas movie.
Something the movie's own sequels continually forget. He's not a killing machine, there are 13 villains in the first movie and John gets the s**t kicked out of himself. Live Free and Die Hard was like watching a Loony Toons cartoon.
@@PopcornInBed So since you don't think this is a Christmas movie then Home Alone wouldn't be either. Movie that takes place during Christmas but its about burglars. :) P.S Love the reaction videos you do
Fun fact: The head boss of 20th Century Fox (the company that produced this movie) specifically stated that Die Hard was a Christmas movie. Not just because it was based around Christmas, but there was hope, joy, and happiness at the end.
18:30 Rambo is Sylvester Stallone's other iconic character/movie series, aside from "Rocky". John Rambo is an ex-Green Beret who fought in Vietnam. The first film is called "First Blood and you should most definitely react to it-- it's a great film and deeper than you'd expect. John Wayne is one of the most famous movie stars in film history and had made countless iconic films-- a lot of them westerns and war films. Roy Rogers was an actor and singer (way before most people's time) and there's a fast food restaurant chain named after him.
First Blood remains my favorite of the Rambo movies because technically it was not a "Rambo" movie when it came out. While the sequels became bombastic "Let's go back and win the Vietnam War/Defeat the USSR!" schlock I did also like the Rambo 2008 directors cut where he was not a jerk but a sensitive and caring man still fighting with PTSD from all the years past; why the theatrical cut used takes that made him a jerk I don't know.... But yeah, DEFINETLY watch First Blood and I hope she does :)
I'm pretty sure that Roy Rogers wasn't before "most people's" time...most people who have ever lived were before Roy Rogers, unless you subscribe to the notion that time is a flat circle.
@@Corn_Pone_Flicks I am 40 and Roy Rogers was before my time, was someone my parents had to explain to me who he was and then I did my own research as a kid. Also, time is relative to how you perceive it.
Such a great Christmas film! They couldn’t find a skyscraper to film this in for insurance reasons so they ended up filming this in a skyscraper that fox studios was actually building and it was still incomplete. The floors that are under construction in this movie were actually being built in real life!
This was an excellent Christmas gift, Cassie. Die Hard is one of the best movies and one of my personal favorites, as well as a great time capsule of action filmmaking at its finest. Thank you and love your movie reactions. Merry Christmas, yippie kai yay!!
25:25 This scene wasn't in the original script. Alan Rickman was showing off his American accent impression during a break and it gave the filmmakers the idea for this scene.
Ahh the late great Alan Rickman. You couldn't tell this was Rickman's first major movie role and his big break. He's phenomenal in every scene. I'm also a big Al fan too Carly 😁 Love seeing Carly back, you two are awesome together ✌️
Twice onscreen Die Hard directly references a “Christmas miracle” (FBI intervention) which is central to the plot (opening the vault). How can a film which revolves around a Christmas miracle not be considered a Christmas movie?
@@themiIes It doesn't just "take place" on Christmas. It's a movie about two separated parents overcoming their problems and becoming a family again over the holiday. That's literally the plot of like half of Christmas movies.
@@jeffevans9853 its about two parents overcoming their problems and becoming a family again 😅😅😅😅😅😅😅 thats like saying Alien is about a spaceship crew finding a signal in space. thats what starts the movie but then its just action my dude. it has great characters and is a well written movie but it is not about christmas or usual christmas themes lmao
Absolutely. Not to mention the Christmas songs, the Christmas party, the Christmas decorations, the Santa Claus hats, the "Ho Ho Ho" on the bad guy's shirt, etc...
@@themiIes It’s presented by the filmmakers, by name, as a Christmas miracle. Just as John McClane is presented as a cop. (And the Nakatomi plaza is presented as a building, and so on.) Why do accept one and not the other?
Director: John McTiernan. Made 3 action classics back-to-back. This, Predator, and The Hunt for Red October. Also returned for Die Hard 3, which is also quite good.
One of the most underrated directors. He has a great line, and I'll paraphrase. He says that people think Action Directors are all about cars and guns. But he said his secret is he came from theater and really loves actors. Three of my favorite movies you just named
I don't know how I stumbled upon your videos but you two are too funny. I love watching your reactions, especially to movies I grew up watching that you're just now getting around to. For those of us who grew up watching the die hard series, now at our age watching this one at Christmas time is a staple event. Another comment on here by bahice says, "it's not Christmas til Hans Gruber falls off Nakatomi Plaza" and they're 100% correct! lmao So glad you both enjoyed the movie. And yes, there's an entire Die Hard series, so check the rest of them!! :)
Arguments that it IS, in fact, a Christmas movie: It takes place on Christmas Eve. It includes multiple Christmas songs, Christmas references, even Christmas wrapping tape. 'Now I have a machine gun. Ho-Ho-Ho.' A lot of people enjoy watching it during the holidays. The main character's wife's name is literally *Holly*. Totally a Christmas movie :)
@@notatthistime3867 I don’t think that’s the lone defining characteristic; it could be said that many movies regarded as classic Christmas movies aren’t about Christmas.
Two radiant articulate women discussing this rewatchable masterpiece - Xmas has come early. "Nothing like a hostage terrorist attack to bring you back together." Great line.
Good reactions. I liked it for the same reasons- mainly, it was an intelligent hero pitted against an intelligent villain. It's great how John figures out Hans' plan just as Hans figures out John's relationship with Holly. There were several more Die Hard movies made, and in each one they tried to use the same formula but to me none lives up to originality of the first one.
In his posthumously published diaries, Alan Rickman scoffed at the sequels, considering they lacked the magic of the first one. It was just something special.
You've really been racking up the John McTiernan movies lately: first Red October, then Predator, now this. McTiernan also made the third Die Hard film, which is well worth watching; not quite as good as this one, but close enough. Too bad he didn't end up doing more in the last two decades (thanks to his legal troubles). (EDIT: Forgot to mention the DP, Jan de Bont; he lensed a lot of big-time films, and went on to direct Speed, another terrific action picture. For that matter, Alexander Godunov, who plays Karl, was in Witness with Harrison Ford a few years earlier; I'm sure you'll get to both of those movies eventually!) Cheers!
Agreed, Die Hard 3 i.e. Die Hard with a Vengeance (with Bruce Willis & Samuel L Jackson) is very good, not as good as this one, but certainly better than the other sequels.
You ladies are the best! Together, by far the most emotive. Cass you are comedienne-level funny and Carli has the most accurate plot radar I’ve ever seen, she’s never wrong, when it’s unclear; she sees clearly the binary choices. Amazing.
I'm totally in the camp that believes this absolutely is a Christmas movie. The whole plot evolves around the fact that it is Christmas Eve. I also love when you do reactions with your sister,it makes them even more enjoyable.
I watch this film every Christmas Eve. I was 17 years old when this was originally released and thus the first film I saw Alan Rickman in. He is one of the best parts of this movie. Still sad that he is gone but he lives on in his filmwork. And if you want to see another film with Alan Ricman as the bad guy, look for 1990's Quigley Down Under.
“Quigley Down Under” is another film where Alan Rickman plays a villain as only he can. It’s a good movie, not great, but good. It also stars Tom Selleck as the hero.
Also on the Costner Robin Hood movie, where in contrast with the sophisticated Gruber he dials the ham up to eleven as Sheriff of Notthingham and steals the show.
Quigley Down Under - Alan Rickman stole every scene he was in. When the movie starts to drag in the middle, you soon realize, oh it's because Alan Rickman is not in this part of the movie.
@@gustavovm491 Prince of Thieves is SUCH a stupid movie XD Even Allen Rickman couldn't save it, though he sure tried. The only reason to watch it is to get the jokes in Men In Tights.
@@gustavovm491 This is especially true of the extended version where the director put back in a lot of Rickman material that had been removed for the theatrical version. It was a so-so movie, but a brilliant performance by one actor.
This movie kicked off a seismic shift in how action movies were made -- in Arnold's heyday he was a near-invulnerable quippy killing machine; John McClain is vulnerable as hell, upbraiding himself as he claws his way to survival and triumph, much more everyman rather than superman. Audiences LOVED it, and Hollywood noticed.
I appreciate your bravery and candor in being open about your issues with anxiety! Thanks for doing your part to make mental health something we can discuss more freely!
yes, THIS IS A CHRISTMAS MOVIE...😂😂😂 i saw this when i was living in San Antonio. i remember coming out of the theater in total shock about what i had just seen. i immediately went back and bought another ticket...
You've seen the TV reporter before. He played the EPA guy in Ghostbusters. William Atherton has made a very good career in Hollywood playing the a$$hole. He has one other great a-hole performance opposite Val Killer in REAL GENIUS. Another must see.
Although this makes me feel about 400 instead of 44 it was legitimately enjoyable to see yall discover an 80 action classic. Do Lethal Weapon it's also set at Xmas lol
The fact that you both agree that watching this movie, in December around this time, feels "right", in my opinion, that basically classifies it as a "Christmas movie".
I grew up on these movies, Die Hard, Rambo, Comando. After this movie came out there were so many other movies that came out where critics were saying "it's die hard on a train" or "die hard on a bus" (that one was one review for Speed) The bad guy with the long white hair is actually a professional ballet dancer lol 18:43 that's the line that became his catchphrase for these movies it's iconic and this movie came out in 1988
The actress is Bonnie Bedelia. She has been in the tv series "Parenthood", two Stephen King films: "Salem's Lot" and "Needful Things" "Presumed Innocent" with Harrison Ford "Designated Survivor" with Kiefer Sutherland
Die Hard was the predecessor to every other great action movie that came after, it sent the benchmark for these type of movies and made Willis into an action star when no one though he was one! Also it is a Christmas movie!!
I appreciate your honesty and forthrightness in sharing your difficulties and how therapy can help. I have suffered from depression, anxiety and nasty panic attacks as a result of severe delayed chronic PTSD from my two combat tours in Vietnam. When thoughts of suicide started intruding on my thoughts and horrible nightmares were attacking me in my sleep, in desperation I finally sought out mental health help from the VA. For the past two years, I have undergone intense psychotherapy coupled with medication to ease the panic and depression. It is not easy to talk to others about mental problems and I applaud your courage. God bless you.
Fun fact: Bruce Willis spent most of this movie wearing rubber-feet, so he'd have some kind of protection for his real feet, while still appearing to be barefoot on camera. I think the scene of John pulling the broken glass out of his feet demonstrates why he felt this was important
"It's not Christmas til Hans Gruber falls off Nakatomi Plaza." Words to live by.
Taht's the proper motto ^^
i like when his brother shows up for revenge in die hard 3
@@leewesley1961 Perfect casting with Jeremy Irons. everything he touched in the 90's turned to gold. Especially dumptrucks full of gold :)
I need a t shirt with that printed on.
"Die Hard is not a Christmas Movie" - Bruce Willis, June 29, 2018
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"Come out to the coast. We'll get together. Have a few laughs."
"Welcome to the Party,Pal.
Mandela Effect.
I remember him saying"Come out to California, we'll get together, have a few laughs" when I saw this as a kid.
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funny fact those lines were ad-libbed
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I'm you're white knight!!😁
Not only was this Alan Rickman's American film debut, it was his first film, period. And Hans Gruber became one of the greatest film villains ever. Most of that, if not all of that, is thanks to him. He's the best thing about this film, I think.
He`s the best thing in quite a few movies. He even made Robin Hood Prince of Thieves bearable
The cast was great. Even Reginald and Bonnie B. And especially the villain henchmen. Direction = perfect.
RIP to Alan R. 😓
Agreed!!!
"Way to hit the ground running, Rickman!" - Epic Voice Guy, Honest Trailers
He is the best thing in the movie, but he's far from the only great thing. Whole thing is fantastic and Bruce is very much on fire too, for an actor that wasn't seen as a possible action star.
Die Hard is a next level movie. Easily best in the series.
Die Hard 2 is a pretty good Die Hard movie.
Die Hard 3 is a very good Die Hard movie.
The rest vary between not great and trash.
Fun fact: The scene when Alan Rickman gets dropped out of the window, they had him up above an air bag, and they said "we'll count to three and drop you," but they dropped him on "2" so that look of surprise on his face is genuine. Watching this movie every year is my Christmas tradition. Glad you guys enjoyed it.
My favourite Die Hard fact is that they had to offer the main role to Frank Sinatra first, he turned it down as he to old. Bruce was like the 15th choice actor
Well, it is one of the best Christmas movies. 😂
There’s more. When he fell, noticed he stayed in character and never looked down. The director said when he was falling, hanging 70 ft over an airmat, he never looked at where he was going to land. Even veteran stuntman always want to look at where they are going to land. Always. And Rickman never did. Amazing
@@paulshaw9953 Die Hard was based on a book called "Nothing Lasts Forever" by Roderick Throp, which was a sequel to the novel, "The Detective", which was made in a movie featuring Sinatra.
@MadScout indeed, which is why they had to offer it to Frank first
I loved the "Don't give him the gun", "I never doubted you for a second" "You totally doubted him". That made me laugh so much.
"You 1000% doubted him! For so many seconds! 😆
swag ming the merciless pfp my guy
That scene were awesome for we've seen John McClane is an smart character of not loading a gun before giving it to Hans Gruber.
Congrats, you just watched one of the best action films ever made! Nobody thought Bruce Willis could do this, coming straight from the Rom Com TV show Moonlighting, but this cemented him as one of Hollywood's number one action heroes.
I wanna see them react to die hard 2 and speed with keanu Reeves and Dennis hopper. I think they would love speed
AGREED Amigo.
how did they survived that long Die Hard is must watch Christmas movie i bet they never saw Spaceballs as well
Here here. I was one of them , Loved Moonlighting but This was amazing when it came out!!!
From what I understand, first posters of the movie with Bruce Willis had people laughing and dismissive. They started with posters of just the building. Once word got around that it was a good movie, the put Bruce back on the posters. He knocked it out of the park. Amazing movie.
"You won't hurt me. There are _rules_ for policemen."
"Well you're off duty -- shoot 'em!" 🤣🤣🤣
that was so unexpected!! LOLOLOL
Carly is a cutie 😆😆
That was hilarious,Cassie and her sister are so sweet and softhearted and then the sister comes out with that line "Well you're off duty,shoot him".That caught me completely unawares....You just gotta loves these Ladies.
Just re-watched this reaction and could not stop laughing when Cassie says "This is not a Christmas Movie, somebody just shot Santa" 🤣 You girls are the best
Takes place at Christmas, is filled with Christmas music, Christmas is vital to the plot and it's a story about an estranged couple finding the true meaning of love and coming back together is a Christmas message. Plus her name is Holly. Absolutely a Christmas movie.
And they're saving Christmas from a bunch of Scrooges.
All true I agree but No all the very good points you made are true of Lethal Weapon
He attached the gun to his back with freaking Christmas tape!
It snows (bearer bonds) in L.A. at the end. A Christmas miracle! It made me happy, Christmas movie achieved.
It's Christmas when Hans Gruber falls off the Natomic building.
Carly made laugh so hard, "You're off duty, kill him!"
We must protect Carly at all costs! 👸
@@smurfmp4 YES,we MUST!!! LOL.
No shit, that was hilarious!
4 months late but I laughed like hell and just knew someone else must have laughed 4 months ago too 😂😂😂
Bruce Willis' 1st leading role in a movie.
Alan Rickman's 1st American movie.
The actor who played Al the police officer got a big break here and ended up with his own sitcom where he plays a cop and father ("Family Matters"). It's the show where the black nerd character Steve Urkle gained popularity ("Did I do that?!").
Don't forget the Blake Edwards movie, Blind Date, with Kim Basinger. That came out a year before Die Hard.
@@tanisdevelopment That's a fun one. I think I saw it in theater. My favorite gag is the James Brown Car Alarm radio spot.
There's a neat theory that all of his characters are the same, across tv and movies. My sister told me about it, and I kinda like it.
Alan Rickman played one of the best villains in cinema as Hans Gruber. And he also played one of the greatest Heroes in cinema. R.I.P.
You mean Dr. Lazarus? I agree
Also made an awesome Colonel Brandon!
This was his first movie role.
By Grabthar's Hammer, by the suns of Warvan, you shall be avenged.
Metatron in Dogma?
Die Hard is one of those action movies that just about anyone can really enjoy, and I'm so glad you two did!
Now it's time to do Die Hard 2. It's Christmassy too 😜
@@JRcomments What about Lethal Weapon?
I'm glad she watched it with her sister.
@@Idkwhattoput-p2sMust!!!
"Why is their hair all down, I feel like they would have pulled it up for a terrorist attack". Died laughing.
Die Harder, Klars...
One of this channel’s best lines ever.
First clue they weren't really terrorists, maybe?
It's so you can tell they're Scary Germans(tm) :p
Its the 80;s they were a hair band of terrorists/criminals.
Fun fact: the scene where Hans falls at the ending, was Alan's true, genuine reaction. That scene was the last scene they shot and the stunt team told Allan they would release him on 5, but the Director informed them to release him on 3 instead. The look of fear and shock on Alan's face is real. Alan was upset afterwards, but that shot is gold.
Yep, they made him do it again, so they'd have "coverage" in case the first shot failed, but the first take is the one we see. They had a motor mounted on the focus ring so they could push focus quickly enough. The completed shot shows everything they got that was in focus.
Incorrect, he died of cancer a few years ago, not doing this film.
@@erkkijunkkarinen9303 no one said he died making this film?
The stunt team, as you call them, doesn't drop actors as a rule. For one thing stunts are what THEY do for a living because, generally, the insurance company won't allow actors to do stunts. That's why they have stunt people. A very few actors do some of their own stunts, but they don't involve things like falling 50 stories and that wasn't even a stunt person anyway. Bottom line: the production insurance company would never have allowed Rickman to do something that. The insurance on even a stunt person to fall that distance would be astronomical simply because it cannot be done safely, even for stunt people. I can promise you, they did not drop Alan Rickman off of that building in any way shape or form. The look on his face is called acting. Do some more research on your "Fun Facts." That one is not true!
@@erkkijunkkarinen9303 He died of pancreatic cancer on January 14, 2016.
Best line from Cassie tonight: "I don't know how those things work. Do they have unlimited?" That was great! LOL
I just came back to try and find her saying that! Starts at 26:38 btw.
Die Hard - A story about an estranged couple that rediscovers their love for each other as they overcome a stressful situation together at Christmas time! That synopsis would work for practically every Hallmark Christmas movie ever made! My boys and I watch it together every Christmas! It is THE Christmas movie at out house….
So it’s December 23rd. The boys are home for Christmas and we just finished watching “Die Hard” for perhaps the 10th year in a row! Including singing “Let it Snow” and humming the Beethoven 9th at the end! Merry Christmas to all, and to all, a good night!
It's not that people don't like Die Hard. The reason people say Die Hard isn't a Christmas movie is because they don't want it to be given the violent action and coarse language. It is though, the entire plot is about a Christmas Party on Christmas Eve. I always save Die Hard for last cause it's the ultimate Christmas movie!
IIRC, there was a TV movie or Hallmark version of this plot starring Dean Cain.
This
THE Christmas movie... an it isn't even a Christmas movie. =P
Bruce Willis was at his Absolute best in the movie: charm, the one liners, the humour, the snark and you really felt for his struggle. McLane was such an outgoing character. He was flawed but you loved him for it. I remember when it came out, he was a breath of fresh air in a World of invincible heroes.
Bruce Willis is never going to win an Oscar because of the way things are run, but he never really disappoints. He makes entertaining movies.
I love him talking back to "Dwayne T. Robinson Head of Police"
"I'm not the one who just got butt fucked on national TV" XD
This movie came out when Stallone and Arnold were trying to outmuscle each-other, literally, with every movie. It was so different to have a "normal" guy be the hero and not have a single scene where he's carrying a machine gun that is supposed to be mounted on a vehicle, in his hands.
@@Andres64B Well, he used to until the nineties came along. With very few exceptions, he has long stopped giving a sh*t and just cashes the checks.
McCane He’s also just such an unstoppable force but like in a determined way to ‘get shit done’ he is the man that will know what to do and not even hesitate to make plans or delegate he just goes at it
A real hero but mainly because he is just That guy
A lot of the movie and character references they made were to old Western movies from the 50s through the 70s. Actors like John Wayne, Gary Cooper, and Roy Rogers defined the genre of the tough as nails, take-action cowboys of the late 1800s and turn of the century. A lot of kids who grew up in that time period were heavily influenced since that's the TV they had to watch growing up. So, Hans and John making references to those characters makes perfect sense given their generation. If you're ever in the mood for a throw (WAY) back movie, you could certainly get some enjoyment from watching such films as "The Sons of Katie Elder", "Chisum", "Big Jake", "High Noon", "Man of the West", or "True Grit".
Excellent list, many of my favorites westerns. I'd add the John Wayne films "Rio Bravo", "McLintock", "The Searchers", and "The Quiet Man" to that list as well.
She should really watch Man on Fire with Denzel Washington. Excellent excellent film.
Might as well add some Clint Eastwood movies.
Dirty Harry
Heartbreak Ridge
Every which way but loose
Firefox
Well, Roy Rogers was not exactly “tough as nails” (he was the wholesome singing cowboy movie star), but otherwise that’s good context.
I'll agree with Rio Bravo and The Searcers.
Die Hard is not a Christmas movie - it is THE Christmas movie :) Watch it again next Christmas, and pay attention to the Christmas themes.
Really? Where's the mention of the Nativity of Jesus? Where's the mention of the Three Kings of Orientar making their pilgrimage to honor the New Born King? Where is the mention of the Blessed Mother being visited by the Archangel in the so-called themes?
That's what Christmas is about, have you forgotten?
Watching you both reacting to “Die Hard” is like opening an early Christmas present, so, therefore, that makes “Die Hard” a Christmas Movie.🍸
Absolutely agree, your ladies reactions was amazing to see.
At the time, Bruce Willis was known for his role on Moonlighting, a light romantic comedy/private detective TV show. He came out of nowhere to be a star on TV and it was still somewhat unusual for a TV star to make the leap to leading roles in movies. He definitely wasn't thought of as an action star. Die Hard was huge that year and propelled him into leading man status.
Moonlighting was a great show
Considering he got lucky to get the role.
And this was also Alan Rickman's first "real" movie - he had been on a few TV series and an hour-long TV movie 'Busted' a few years prior, but on the grand scheme of things nothing particularly noteworthy.
His acting range is amazing he gets painted as this action hero actor but for instance look at DEATH BECOMES HER his range is superb and THE JACKAL
Yeah with Sibil Sheppard.
I love how the friendship between John and Al develops. They don't even need to see each other, it just builds over their conversations on the walkie-talkie's.
Hi, more like " handy-talkies ". somewhere through time the T.V. people and Movie people misconstrued the names of handy-talkies and walkie-talkies. Walkies-talkies are mounted in a dedicated pack with a telephone handset to hear with and speak into. Handy talkies are sling mounted and handheld when used. The whole unit is held to the ear and has a mouthpiece microphone to speak into. I lived years and was unaware of the switch in names.
@@clutchpedalreturnsprg7710 by that logic i assume you dont own a telephone.
@@miou-miou- Hi miou-miou, modern day cell phones resemble the ' Handie-talkies " of old. Cell phones do not resemble the backpack mounted " Walkie-Talkies " radios of olden times.
What makes this channel so great is the sister's authentic reactions. They are unapologetically (even gleefully), ignorant of the stars and movies they are watching! This makes their reactions heartfelt and honest! Making the rest of us big fans of Cassie and Carly!
The guy who did the 'karate chop' was, actually, Alexander Godunov, a ballet dancer who defected from the Soviet Union in 1979. He was in a couple other movies, too.
I did not know that, interesting. I remember him from The Money Pit with Tom Hanks and Shelly Long. He is in the orchestra with Shelly's character.
“This is not a Christmas movie somebody just shot Santa!” Gold. Pure gold.
I had to pause and take a minute. Couldn't see thru the tears in my eyes.
I just watched Violent Night, and in that one Santa gets shot a whole bunch! 😆
If there is a santain the movie it's a christmas movie.
Prior to Die Hard, Bruce Willis was best-known for a TV show called Moonlighting where he played a private detective with Cybill Shephard and the same kind hard-boiled snark he displayed in the this movie. Die Hard really made his career.
Yep...I'm old enough to have watched that on network as broadcast, lol. He's had a fantastic career...and seeing him now, with his health issues is heartbreaking.
Bruce Willis was also in a comedy movie that came out about a year before Die Hard , called Blind Date with Kim Basinger and Phil Hartman playing his brother . I remember seeing it in the theater . But , I guess it wasn't a huge box office success like Die Hard , because people don't seem to remember it was one of his movies , and people often say that Die Hard is what started his movie career .
Definitely, and I think it probably blows people's minds to learn that he's also dipped into music and has put out a few albums (it certainly blew mine). In fact, his first was recorded in 1986 and released a year before Die Hard was released.
@@chasetoy1087 Yeah but as I recall...at the time, his "music career" was sort-of mocked at the time...and material for late-night monologues from Letterman and Carson and such. Those of us who were fans of his kinda' overlooked that aspect of him. The whole Planet Hollywood endeavors too. Sorry to say it...but that's just the way it was.
@@TLL1969 Oh, don't get me wrong. I wasn't saying it in support of his music, I was simply stating a fact. I couldn't care less about his time with music.
cassie thinking unlimited ammo is a real thing was the cutest thing I've seen in a while!
9:06 "I thought they were gonna sneak past him."
Some villains sneak to avoid alerting guards; some people kill reluctantly when they get caught...
These guys walk in, telling a funny story, execute strangers without blinking, and then tell the punchline. That's everything you need to know about the bad guys in two seconds. It's actually very good writing.
Had it been made today it would bee a bunch of flashbacks in slowmotion to tell the same thing, and the movie would have been 5h long.
The writing is SUPERB the more I watch it the more I see how planned out it is
Ppl would say die hard is a mindless violent action movie but it’s that but it’s also very well made from the great shots like the lorry going down the ramp and the car not ..I love that shot
@@mikgus the baddies would all be LGBTQ mostly butch women too
This was the movie my Mom and Dad and I would watch together every Christmas Eve, after we opened our presents. It was our holiday tradition, so yes, this IS a Christmas movie, at least to me and mine. Merry Christmas to both of you, ladies!
There are 2 kinds of people in the world... those that know Die Hard is a Christmas movie and those who are wrong 😄
We used to watch it every Christmas as well. My dad and I were adamant that it was a Christmas movie while my mom was ... well... wrong.
It's not Christmas until Hans Gruber falls!
this is a christmas movie just as much as a christmas story in a christmas story the entire movie is about a kid that wants a gun and he ends up killing with it.so same thing in my eyes🤠
This, Gremlins, and Scrooged were the Christmas Eve/Day trilogy for my family for years. Its not Christmas until I here the line "Happy Trails Hans" and listen to Phoebe Cates talk about her dad being stuck in a chimney. And Christmas isn't over until I her Bill Murray deliver the manic Christmas speech. Put a little love in your heart.
@@henryvandeventer2457 yippe ki yay
Argyle said it all in the last line. “If this is how they celebrate Christmas I got to be here for New Years.”
Next to Darth Vader, Hans Gruber (Alan Rickman) was my favorite villain. I loved him in Galaxy Quest, especially. The tributes he gets from his fellow actors in that movie are very touching. RIP ....., Hans.
Darth Gruber........Hans Vader
Alan Rickman’s reaction when he’s dropped is genuine. They told him they were gonna let go on 3 and they let him go on 2
It’s true. The entire movie was improvised and it was so believable that the real police showed up and surrounded the building!
This was before CGI too. They dropped him 40 feet into a bag for that shot. The closeup meant no stuntman.
@@JabezGill LMAO 🤪😂 needed that laugh
His eyes were real. Everybody knew but him. A great actor.
Not to mention the FBI who arrested Alan Rickman as Hans Gruber and deported him back to Germany
“I NEVER DOUBTED YOU FOR A SECOND!!”
……”Ok, you 1,000% doubted it…..”
Omg I adore you both so much! God, I laughed so hard at that. 😂😂
The way John McClaine talks to himself is how Spider-Man often talks to himself in the comics.
Yep. And that's one of the things that make him sooo relatable. It's almost like John is a fan of Spidey.
ed: I'm old. Cool.
@@HockeyNationHD When he's alone, yes, it's very similar.
@@HockeyNationHD Then explain to me how there is a scene in a comic book where Spider-Man is literally sitting on a rooftop talking to himself aloud about how he should be happy, he has no real problems at the moment but he feels off and the proof is "why attack this innocent little chimney" (and then Peter Parker goes to propose marriage to Mary Jane Watson).
And explain to me how one or two comic writers have said that Spider-Man was different from Batman or Captain America (who explain things to their teen sidekick) in that Spidey was his own teen sidekick, he'd talk to himself.
@@HockeyNationHD Jack Skellington doesn't talk to himself like McClane and Spider-Man do, constantly either berating themselves or making light of their situation or both.
It’s in sooooo many films, comics and books hardly a Spider-Man thing, easy example, lethal weapon, ‘I’m too old for this shit’. I mean the fact you think books haven’t done this before is quite incredible.
A lot of subtle touches in this one, especially with setup & payoff. Like the "foot" conversation leading to John having bare feet, or the Rolex coming back at the critical moment at the end. Some really smart writing.
"You one-thousand percent doubted him for many seconds." So funny! Great reaction, ladies! ( :E
One of my favorite Christmas movies of all time. John had the Christmas spirit. Caring about others. At the end of the day, it was about a family getting back together for the holidays. Very Christmassy. So much fun.
My fav reactions are with you and Carly together! It's like your jaws drop at exactly the same time for the outrageous moments. Love this one!
Carly is so freaking smart. She's always noticing things I don't until a rewatch but she catches them right away.. but I almost died laughing when she suggested shooting at that woman's window to get her attention but hoping she didn't get shot! I laughed so much at that. You guys are both so funny and great to enjoy these flicks with!
But she is worried
Shooting at that woman's window actually wouldn't have been a bad idea for getting a fairly quick police response. However, there's also the distinct possibility that he'd have killed her.
I know sadly it never won any poll but you would love The Usual Suspects, such a brilliant, clever film. I hope you and your family have a great Christmas Cassie, all best wishes from England.
"There are two types of people in this world; those who think Die Hard is a Christmas movie, and those who are wrong" -Sun Tzu
Also, this movie totally has Christmas Spirit! The whole movie is about the importance of family coming together for Christmas! Plus, If Die Hard isn't a Christmas movie, neither is Home Alone :/
Right DH2 also takes place at Christmas to cement that the series started as Christmas movies.
@@richardb261 Both movies were released in July. They are not Christmas movies.
@@recordrob3887 The last 3 Star Wars were released in December, I guess they are Christmas movies!🤔
@@recordrob3887 'Miracle on 34th Street' June 11, 1947
looks like not a Christmas movie either since it was released in June
'The Polar Express' October 13, 2004
'White Christmas' October 14, 1954
I guess those are Halloween movies
'Elf' November 7, 2003
'Home Alone' November 10, 1990
both are almost two months before Christmas so not Christmas movies
or maybe the release date doesn't matter but the movie content...
@@recordrob3887 The release date of a film has ZERO bearing on the content or themes of that film. It's about what happens in the movie. Gremlins was released in June. It is 100% a blatant xmas movie. Release date is meaningless.
It’s a Christmas movie, girls🥰 It’s a family tradition for us to watch Die Hard on Christmas Eve. I love Carly, she’s so sweet and sensitive to violence and bloodshed. Love the chemistry between you two. Another one of my favorites. And another entertaining reaction. Definitely have to see this again.
It's not a Christmas Movie, Bruce willis said that at his own Comefy Central roast so pleast like the movie but it's not a Christmas Movie
@@PaulChapmanPcTech Best Christmas movie ever.
Christmas is about giving and John McClane gave it all...
It’s a Christmas movie. Even if It wasn’t meant to be, it is a Christmas classic now.
I will insist this is a Christmas movie until my dying day...but I loved this reaction! I'm so happy you enjoyed this!
Absolutely!
You'll be wrong, but keep insisting.
@@sageantone7291
I know, right
Seeing how absolutely happy you two were after watching this just adds more proof that this is a great Christmas movie! After all, It's a Wonderful Life isn't all a happy feel-good movie. It shows the dark side of life and gives you the Christmas feel at the end, just like Die Hard. Glad you both enjoyed it!
I agree,to me there was more Christmas in this movie than it's a wonderful life
"Shoot her window so she can call 911" Both your reactions to that were priceless.
Also, fun fact: When Alan was hanging by the window, they were normally supposed to count three before letting him go. Instead, they let go early so Alan can have a bit more legit reaction. He wasn't probably thrilled about it.
It was actually meant to be a rehearsal is what they said to him
That probably pissed him off a little more than huh?
This movie holds a special place in my heart. It was the first movie my wife and I saw on our first "date". We were in college so we watched in my dorm room (poor college students). She jumped a couple of times into my arms, so it was all good. 😎
I wish I could have dates in my room rather than taking them to expensive restaurants, as they all insist on.
Much better than the first movie I took my future wife to. (Mrs. Doubtfire)
She should really watch Man on Fire with Denzel Washington. Excellent excellent film.
@@andrewjones575 Take them to your favorite non-expensive restaurant(s). The ones who come back for a second date will be the only ones worth your time anyway.
@@bigdream_dreambig I wish I had that option. They make it clear that I have to take them to an expensive restaurant or they want nothing to do with me.
I’m here cause Bruce Willis just announced retirement from acting cause of a disease that affects speech. Thank you Bruce for all that you have done for us over the years
@@nsasupporter7557 no, it can affect speech as well
You ladies had me laughing so hard with your commentary during this reaction. So many funny lines from the two of you. And the double bubble of your heads when you jumped in perfect unison! Your editor is killing it with your title page for your channel, the explosion in your channel name was perfect!
Nancy, the Editor is Mike from the UK - and he is doing a darned good job lately. He was on Cassie's livestream recently (Just in the chat) and everyone showered his with lots of love and appreciation.
@@jonjohns65 yes I was there and added my praise of his work! He really is very good at his job!
YES!! we love Mike!!!!
Millennials watching Die Hard for the first time: "Hey! It's Snape!"
Gen X-ers watching Harry Potter for the first time: "Hey! It's Hans Gruber!"
So true.
How about Marvin the depressed robot
He was also excellent in Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves. I actually like his performance in that more.
By Grabthar's hammer, by the suns of Worvan, you shall be avenged.
I think Colonel Brandon.
Alan Rickman spent his twenties in an office job (graphic designer), gave it up to pursue acting around my age (30), then spent a whole decade grinding in theatre and (relatively) small television parts before finally getting his big break as Hans Gruber, at the age of 42. It gives me hope that it's not over for me yet either!
So Alan Rickman wasn’t just the villain, he could also design the movie poster
at the time when Rickman left the Advertising world he ros to the level of creative director.
They asked in a interview why you would give up the security of advertising for the uncertainity of acting.
He told them advertising people never get paid and they have to always have to keep doing client favors.
He was tried of it.
He was born in 1946 & was 42 when Die Hard was released in 1988.
all you have to do is buy a good suit!
Dream the dream, my dude. It's a tough business to break into.
I know that this is a year old but I was just watching it for shits and giggles and this line from Cassie made me laugh my ass off: "This is not a Christmas Movie, they just shot Santa!" Its time for Popcorn in Bed to make some T-Shirts!
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You should watch The Fifth Element. Another movie with Bruce Willis in it. Absolutely iconic.
Favorite line from that movie: "Anyone else wanna negotiate?"
Yes! Such a good one.
Is it iconic?
@@Cheepchipsable Absolutely.
@@Cheepchipsable Luc Besson movies tend to be. 'The Fifth Element' definitly is. So is:
-Le Grand Bleu
-Nikita
-Léon: The Professional
All great recommendations for Cassie to watch.
This movie set the bar for many action films that came after it. Passenger 57 was billed as "Die Hard on a plane." Under Siege was billed as "Die Hard on a boat." It was fun to watch you two discover a movie I've loved for over 30 years. I watch it every Christmas.
"At least he knows it."
I'm willing to bet the amount of men that have had that exact same conversation with themselves might surprise you. The moment of introspection after being an ass hits hard for us, and its mostly always after making an ass of ourselves to someone we like 😅
Truth.
There was Christmas spirit in this movie! Multiple redemption arcs, families reuniting, bad guys getting whacked (classic Christmas stuff) :D
And, unlike a lot of boring "traditional" Christmas movies, this is one you will be happy to rewatch year after year!
Yes, Christmas is that special time of year when we find love in our hearts and whack bad guys. Good memories . . .
Did anyone else got a smirk on their face when Carly mentioned John had the "high ground"?
Yup.
Right after the Ron Burgundy "that escalated quickly" unintentional quote too :)
It's just a shame I can only give this reaction a like once :)
Cassie: “This is NOT an Xmas movie! Someone shot Santa!!!” Cassie is the BEST!
She should watch Silent Night Deadly Night. Lol
@@Joker_JAK Nah, just skip to Silent Night Deadly Night 2 because it uses like 85% of the original film PLUS the classic "GARBAGE DAY!" scene.
Reminds me of when she was watching Terminator. Arnold was shooting everybody, and she said “Why would anybody vote for him?!” Lol
@@Joker_JAK Or Bad Santa!
I about fell outta my chair when she said that. That was damn priceless!
One of the only two Christmas movies I actually enjoy.
Every time a bell rings, Hans Gruber falls from Nakatomi Tower.
I'm stealing this.
Once again this young lady nailed it. She recognized that a good hero is nothing without a good villain.
Also, When she "called" Holly punching the reporter right before it happened, I knew this reactor was someone special.
If I could watch one picture with her, it would be Jean Cocteau's Beauty and the Beast (1946).
"I don't know how those things work, do they have unlimited?" Priceless.
What makes John McClane such a beloved character is the fact that he is not a superhero. He's the reluctant hero. --------- The everyday ordinary man who would rather be doing anything else than be stuck in the situations he gets stuck in.
What is lost on most viewers today, especially those who know that there was a whole series of sequels to it, was the fact that at the time audiences really believed that Bruce Willis' character, who seemed so vulnerable and ordinary, could actually die. This only heightened the films suspense.
@@StickFigureStudios For sure, we thought Willis would die. He has no super Powers, no gadgets like James Bond. No help from the inside or outside. The film is next level. NOw we just have to convince them that this is a Christmas movie.
She really should watch Man on Fire with Denzel Washington. Excellent excellent film.
Something the movie's own sequels continually forget. He's not a killing machine, there are 13 villains in the first movie and John gets the s**t kicked out of himself.
Live Free and Die Hard was like watching a Loony Toons cartoon.
@@MrOfficer235 YES!!
Cassie & Carly: "Die Hard is not a Christmas movie."
Me: I'll pray for you both.
😂
LoL!! I watched this and Die Hard 2, this past Christmas Eve.
@@PopcornInBed
So since you don't think this is a Christmas movie then Home Alone wouldn't be either.
Movie that takes place during Christmas but its about burglars. :)
P.S Love the reaction videos you do
Actually Die Hard.
IS a Christmas movie....and so is Delta Force with Chuck Norris...i dont see anywhere it doesnt say it is throughout the movie
Lethal Weapon is another good Christmas movie.
Fun fact: The head boss of 20th Century Fox (the company that produced this movie) specifically stated that Die Hard was a Christmas movie. Not just because it was based around Christmas, but there was hope, joy, and happiness at the end.
18:30 Rambo is Sylvester Stallone's other iconic character/movie series, aside from "Rocky". John Rambo is an ex-Green Beret who fought in Vietnam. The first film is called "First Blood and you should most definitely react to it-- it's a great film and deeper than you'd expect.
John Wayne is one of the most famous movie stars in film history and had made countless iconic films-- a lot of them westerns and war films. Roy Rogers was an actor and singer (way before most people's time) and there's a fast food restaurant chain named after him.
First Blood remains my favorite of the Rambo movies because technically it was not a "Rambo" movie when it came out. While the sequels became bombastic "Let's go back and win the Vietnam War/Defeat the USSR!" schlock I did also like the Rambo 2008 directors cut where he was not a jerk but a sensitive and caring man still fighting with PTSD from all the years past; why the theatrical cut used takes that made him a jerk I don't know.... But yeah, DEFINETLY watch First Blood and I hope she does :)
I'm pretty sure that Roy Rogers wasn't before "most people's" time...most people who have ever lived were before Roy Rogers, unless you subscribe to the notion that time is a flat circle.
Roy Rogers is also Pepsi mixed with grenadine
@@Corn_Pone_Flicks I am 40 and Roy Rogers was before my time, was someone my parents had to explain to me who he was and then I did my own research as a kid.
Also, time is relative to how you perceive it.
I mentioned First Blood in her last Rocky livestream...I think she would love the movie!
Such a great Christmas film!
They couldn’t find a skyscraper to film this in for insurance reasons so they ended up filming this in a skyscraper that fox studios was actually building and it was still incomplete. The floors that are under construction in this movie were actually being built in real life!
This was an excellent Christmas gift, Cassie. Die Hard is one of the best movies and one of my personal favorites, as well as a great time capsule of action filmmaking at its finest. Thank you and love your movie reactions. Merry Christmas, yippie kai yay!!
25:25 This scene wasn't in the original script. Alan Rickman was showing off his American accent impression during a break and it gave the filmmakers the idea for this scene.
Ahh the late great Alan Rickman. You couldn't tell this was Rickman's first major movie role and his big break. He's phenomenal in every scene. I'm also a big Al fan too Carly 😁 Love seeing Carly back, you two are awesome together ✌️
Twice onscreen Die Hard directly references a “Christmas miracle” (FBI intervention) which is central to the plot (opening the vault). How can a film which revolves around a Christmas miracle not be considered a Christmas movie?
bc it's not really a miracle 🙄 just bc it takes place during christmas doesnt make it a christmas movie. just like gremlins
@@themiIes It doesn't just "take place" on Christmas. It's a movie about two separated parents overcoming their problems and becoming a family again over the holiday. That's literally the plot of like half of Christmas movies.
@@jeffevans9853 its about two parents overcoming their problems and becoming a family again 😅😅😅😅😅😅😅 thats like saying Alien is about a spaceship crew finding a signal in space.
thats what starts the movie but then its just action my dude. it has great characters and is a well written movie but it is not about christmas or usual christmas themes lmao
Absolutely. Not to mention the Christmas songs, the Christmas party, the Christmas decorations, the Santa Claus hats, the "Ho Ho Ho" on the bad guy's shirt, etc...
@@themiIes It’s presented by the filmmakers, by name, as a Christmas miracle. Just as John McClane is presented as a cop. (And the Nakatomi plaza is presented as a building, and so on.) Why do accept one and not the other?
Director: John McTiernan. Made 3 action classics back-to-back. This, Predator, and The Hunt for Red October. Also returned for Die Hard 3, which is also quite good.
He gets it. He motivates a great team and keeps things simple. He sets up his characters, sets up a world and just tells the story.
One of the most underrated directors. He has a great line, and I'll paraphrase. He says that people think Action Directors are all about cars and guns. But he said his secret is he came from theater and really loves actors. Three of my favorite movies you just named
@@clanwaddell5628 he also has a great sense of geography, quite important thing on action movies.
The bear in this film and in Red October is the same bear. Belongs to McTiernan's daughter
Hunt For Red October is not an "action movie".
I don't know how I stumbled upon your videos but you two are too funny. I love watching your reactions, especially to movies I grew up watching that you're just now getting around to. For those of us who grew up watching the die hard series, now at our age watching this one at Christmas time is a staple event. Another comment on here by bahice says, "it's not Christmas til Hans Gruber falls off Nakatomi Plaza" and they're 100% correct! lmao So glad you both enjoyed the movie. And yes, there's an entire Die Hard series, so check the rest of them!! :)
Arguments that it IS, in fact, a Christmas movie: It takes place on Christmas Eve. It includes multiple Christmas songs, Christmas references, even Christmas wrapping tape. 'Now I have a machine gun. Ho-Ho-Ho.' A lot of people enjoy watching it during the holidays. The main character's wife's name is literally *Holly*. Totally a Christmas movie :)
But is it about Christmas?
@@notatthistime3867 I don’t think that’s the lone defining characteristic; it could be said that many movies regarded as classic Christmas movies aren’t about Christmas.
Could have used the wraooing tape to bandage the feet, maybe with some Christmas stockings
@@notatthistime3867 Is It's a Wonderful Life about Christmas?
Not to mention that happy feeling you get after watching a Christmas movie. Nothing says Christmas better than feeling such happiness when it's over.
Truly the perfect Action/Christmas movie. Completed with such a perfect villain given to us by the great Alan Rickman.
Two radiant articulate women discussing this rewatchable masterpiece - Xmas has come early.
"Nothing like a hostage terrorist attack to bring you back together." Great line.
Weirdo
@@normie2716 lighten up, Brad.
@@normie2716 Gayo
Good reactions. I liked it for the same reasons- mainly, it was an intelligent hero pitted against an intelligent villain. It's great how John figures out Hans' plan just as Hans figures out John's relationship with Holly. There were several more Die Hard movies made, and in each one they tried to use the same formula but to me none lives up to originality of the first one.
In his posthumously published diaries, Alan Rickman scoffed at the sequels, considering they lacked the magic of the first one. It was just something special.
You've really been racking up the John McTiernan movies lately: first Red October, then Predator, now this.
McTiernan also made the third Die Hard film, which is well worth watching; not quite as good as this one, but close enough. Too bad he didn't end up doing more in the last two decades (thanks to his legal troubles).
(EDIT: Forgot to mention the DP, Jan de Bont; he lensed a lot of big-time films, and went on to direct Speed, another terrific action picture. For that matter, Alexander Godunov, who plays Karl, was in Witness with Harrison Ford a few years earlier; I'm sure you'll get to both of those movies eventually!)
Cheers!
Next up Last Action Hero
13th Warrior.
She really needs to watch Man on Fire with Denzel Washington. Excellent excellent film.
Agreed, Die Hard 3 i.e. Die Hard with a Vengeance (with Bruce Willis & Samuel L Jackson) is very good, not as good as this one, but certainly better than the other sequels.
@@BigTone_1701 That was the first movie in the series I saw; maybe one reason why I love it almost as much as the original.
You ladies are the best! Together, by far the most emotive. Cass you are comedienne-level funny and Carli has the most accurate plot radar I’ve ever seen, she’s never wrong, when it’s unclear; she sees clearly the binary choices. Amazing.
Nailed it.
I'm totally in the camp that believes this absolutely is a Christmas movie. The whole plot evolves around the fact that it is Christmas Eve. I also love when you do reactions with your sister,it makes them even more enjoyable.
Die Hard is my favorite Christmas movie, thank you for adding some Christmas cheer to us all.
I watch this film every Christmas Eve. I was 17 years old when this was originally released and thus the first film I saw Alan Rickman in. He is one of the best parts of this movie. Still sad that he is gone but he lives on in his filmwork. And if you want to see another film with Alan Ricman as the bad guy, look for 1990's Quigley Down Under.
So you saw it in the summer when it came out?
Quigley Down Under, and he had some fantastic lines in Robin Hood, too.
Oooh, I love Quigly! And I have a strong suspicion that it would be right up Cassie's alley!
@@hw2508 He is hands down, the best part of Robin Hood.
We're the same age, do you also wonder where time has gone? 33 years ago this was released. wtf.
Yay! It's a Christmas movie reaction. Nothing says the spirit of giving, than giving a bad guy. A long fall out a window!
I like to think of this as a Christmas movie for adults. Kids have Santa, we have John McClane shooting bad guys. 😁
Christmas doesn't begin until Hans Gruber falls from Nakatomi Tower.
There was plenty of Christmas spirit. When John first walks out of the elevator and arrives at the party.
“Quigley Down Under” is another film where Alan Rickman plays a villain as only he can. It’s a good movie, not great, but good. It also stars Tom Selleck as the hero.
Also on the Costner Robin Hood movie, where in contrast with the sophisticated Gruber he dials the ham up to eleven as Sheriff of Notthingham and steals the show.
I would say great movie!
Quigley Down Under - Alan Rickman stole every scene he was in. When the movie starts to drag in the middle, you soon realize, oh it's because Alan Rickman is not in this part of the movie.
@@gustavovm491 Prince of Thieves is SUCH a stupid movie XD Even Allen Rickman couldn't save it, though he sure tried. The only reason to watch it is to get the jokes in Men In Tights.
@@gustavovm491 This is especially true of the extended version where the director put back in a lot of Rickman material that had been removed for the theatrical version. It was a so-so movie, but a brilliant performance by one actor.
The sisters commentary produces arguably as many great lines as in the film itself... Impressive!
This movie kicked off a seismic shift in how action movies were made -- in Arnold's heyday he was a near-invulnerable quippy killing machine; John McClain is vulnerable as hell, upbraiding himself as he claws his way to survival and triumph, much more everyman rather than superman. Audiences LOVED it, and Hollywood noticed.
Greatest Christmas Movie of all time. I watch it every year. "It isn't Christmas until I see Hans Gruber fall from Nakatomi Plaza"
I appreciate your bravery and candor in being open about your issues with anxiety! Thanks for doing your part to make mental health something we can discuss more freely!
yes, THIS IS A CHRISTMAS MOVIE...😂😂😂 i saw this when i was living in San Antonio. i remember coming out of the theater in total shock about what i had just seen. i immediately went back and bought another ticket...
You've seen the TV reporter before. He played the EPA guy in Ghostbusters.
William Atherton has made a very good career in Hollywood playing the a$$hole.
He has one other great a-hole performance opposite Val Killer in REAL GENIUS. Another must see.
And Paul Gleason the jerk police chief was the jerk vice principal in Breakfast Club. He was type cast as and always played a jerk.
Good news, he's coming back as Walter Peck in the new Ghostbusters movie.
Although this makes me feel about 400 instead of 44 it was legitimately enjoyable to see yall discover an 80 action classic. Do Lethal Weapon it's also set at Xmas lol
The fact that you both agree that watching this movie, in December around this time, feels "right", in my opinion, that basically classifies it as a "Christmas movie".
I grew up on these movies, Die Hard, Rambo, Comando. After this movie came out there were so many other movies that came out where critics were saying "it's die hard on a train" or "die hard on a bus" (that one was one review for Speed)
The bad guy with the long white hair is actually a professional ballet dancer lol
18:43 that's the line that became his catchphrase for these movies it's iconic and this movie came out in 1988
The actress is Bonnie Bedelia. She has been in the tv series "Parenthood", two Stephen King films: "Salem's Lot" and "Needful Things"
"Presumed Innocent" with Harrison Ford
"Designated Survivor" with Kiefer Sutherland
Die Hard was the predecessor to every other great action movie that came after, it sent the benchmark for these type of movies and made Willis into an action star when no one though he was one! Also it is a Christmas movie!!
I love Die Hard, but what about The Road Warrior?
Best action flick in movie history. Incredibly rewatchable, never gets old. Probably one of the best xmas movies too.
@@dancarter482 Yes, absolutely! :)
From the composer of X-Men (1)!!!
I appreciate your honesty and forthrightness in sharing your difficulties and how therapy can help. I have suffered from depression, anxiety and nasty panic attacks as a result of severe delayed chronic PTSD from my two combat tours in Vietnam. When thoughts of suicide started intruding on my thoughts and horrible nightmares were attacking me in my sleep, in desperation I finally sought out mental health help from the VA. For the past two years, I have undergone intense psychotherapy coupled with medication to ease the panic and depression. It is not easy to talk to others about mental problems and I applaud your courage. God bless you.
Peace and love to you, friend.
John and Al, a good classic bromance.
Also, for us, men, this is a christmas movie.
@@kevinpatrickcarey3741 That would make no sense but okay.
Fun fact: Bruce Willis spent most of this movie wearing rubber-feet, so he'd have some kind of protection for his real feet, while still appearing to be barefoot on camera. I think the scene of John pulling the broken glass out of his feet demonstrates why he felt this was important
It ain't Christmas until Hans Gruber fell from the Nakatomi tower. 😄
Die Hard, Lethal Weapon and The Long Kiss Goodnight are my favourite christmas movies.